family Quotes

There are only two lasting bequests we can hope to give our children. One of these is roots, the other, wings.

He is happiest, be he king or peasant, who finds peace in his home.

Without education, your children can never really meet the challenges they will face. So it's very important to give children education and explain that they should play a role for their country.

I am confident that nobody... will accuse me of selfishness if I ask to spend time, while I am still in good health, with my family, my friends and also with myself.

Apart from life, a strong constitution, and an abiding connection to the Thembu royal house, the only thing my father bestowed upon me at birth was a name, Rolihlahla.

My son has died of AIDS.

I really wanted to retire and rest and spend more time with my children, my grandchildren and of course with my wife.

When I cook for my family on Christmas, I make feijoada, a South American dish of roasted and smoked meats like ham, pork, beef, lamb, and bacon - all served with black beans and rice. It's festive but different.

I never expected anyone to take care of me, but in my wildest dreams and juvenile yearnings, I wanted the house with the picket fence from June Allyson movies. I knew that was yearning like one yearns to fly.

The best comfort food will always be greens, cornbread, and fried chicken.